Doom metal band, originally based in Belgium and later in the UK, with prog… Read Full Bio ↴Doom metal band, originally based in Belgium and later in the UK, with progressive overtones and a heavy dose of melancholy. Although originally associated with the funeral doom scene, the band has developed a more complex sound in their later work, incorporating elements from progressive and classic rock alongside the original influences from doom metal, classical and ethnic music. Typical for their sound is the creation of a solemn, mystical atmosphere, to which elements such as atmospheric keyboards, acoustic instruments and semi chanted vocals strongly contribute.

Deliverance
Pantheist Lyrics

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"Why is it that whenever words sweet like honey
Linger at the tip of my tongue
As I open my mouth, a song of joy to sing
Voices of evil and discontent torture my poor mind?"

The voice of reason: "I am the voice of reason, the one and only truth
Your duties you will pay, there is no other way
But treason beckons here, as you allowed in

A very unwelcome guest who disturbed my rest
No, I can not tolerate another presence here
How can you feel the pain in my heart
When you haven't got one?
How can you see how much I suffer
When your eyes are shut?"

The voice of irrationality: "I'm your redemption so you'd better listen:
I am sick of your figures and your calculated risks
I abhor your arrogance, when with zeal you project guilt
Only where logic dies you can find true happiness
So forget your dues and your duties, give your instincts free rein"

The voice of Insanity: "In the land of the blind, I'm the one-eyed king
While the two dogs fight for the same bone
I'm seen running away with their meat
I'm the voice of insanity, the genius of the universe"

All: " O can't you see? I'm the only way, your sole purpose in life"

Overall Meaning

The above-mentioned lyrics are from Pantheist's song "Dum Spiro Despero." The lyrics are introspective, delving into a person's internal conflicting voices, including the voice of reason, irrationality, and insanity. The first verse talks about a person who has sweet words on the tip of their tongue but can't utter them because their mind is tormented by evil thoughts and discontented voices. They are divided internally, unable to decide which voice to listen to, and seem to be searching for a way out of this dilemma.

The second verse has a conversation between the voice of reason, irrationality, and insanity. The voice of reason insists on paying one's dues and fulfilling their duties, while the voice of irrationality suggests giving free reign to one's instincts and forgetting about duties. The voice of insanity claims to be the genius of the universe and the only source of true happiness. Finally, all the voices come together, claiming to be the person's sole purpose in life and the only way forward.

The song is a reflection of the different voices that go inside a person's head when they are in doubt, confusion, and turmoil. It highlights the need to listen to one's voice of reason, as well as the dangers of giving in to irrationality and insanity.

Line by Line Meaning

Why is it that whenever words sweet like honey
I question why, despite the sweetness of my words, my mind is plagued with negativity.

Linger at the tip of my tongue
My words are on the brink of expression.

As I open my mouth, a song of joy to sing
I am ready to express my happiness with words.

Voices of evil and discontent torture my poor mind?
However, negative thoughts and emotions consume my mind, making it difficult to focus on the positive.

The voice of reason: "I am the voice of reason, the one and only truth
The rational voice within me reminds me of my responsibilities and the consequences of my actions.

Your duties you will pay, there is no other way
I must fulfill my obligations, there is no alternative.

But treason beckons here, as you allowed in
However, there is a temptation to betray my obligations due to the presence of negative thoughts/emotions.

A very unwelcome guest who disturbed my rest
These negative thoughts and emotions are unwelcome and causing unrest in my mind.

No, I can not tolerate another presence here
The rational voice cannot tolerate the presence of negativity.

How can you feel the pain in my heart
It questions how someone who doesn't share this burden can understand their plight.

When you haven't got one?
Asking how someone who does not possess a similar burden themselves would understand their plight.

How can you see how much I suffer
It questions someone else's ability to comprehend the depth of their suffering.

When your eyes are shut?"
How can someone understand the burden when they choose to remain ignorant?

The voice of irrationality: "I'm your redemption so you'd better listen:
The irrational voice disregards the rational approach and claims to be the path to redemption.

I am sick of your figures and your calculated risks
It dislikes rationale and calculations, preferring impulsive decision-making.

I abhor your arrogance, when with zeal you project guilt
It dislikes the confidence that comes with rationale and how it often projects guilt.

Only where logic dies you can find true happiness
It believes true happiness is only achieved when completely ignoring rationale.

So forget your dues and your duties, give your instincts free rein"
Surrender all obligations and responsibilities to follow blind instinct.

The voice of Insanity: "In the land of the blind, I'm the one-eyed king
The voice of insanity suggests it reigns supreme in a world of supposed 'blind' decisions.

While the two dogs fight for the same bone
Referring to the conflict between the rational and irrational voices, they both want the same thing.

I'm seen running away with their meat
The insane voice is believed to be the one who ultimately benefits from this conflict.

I'm the voice of insanity, the genius of the universe"
The insane voice claims a superior wisdom that transcends normality.

All: "O can't you see? I'm the only way, your sole purpose in life"
All voices make their final claim that their approach is the only path for true purpose.

Contributed by Taylor D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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